Anyone can get cheaper termite control
Learn about the different termite treatments available for different infestation types, from limited spot treatments to termite trenching (for subterranean termites), termite monitoring and bait stations to full-scale termite tenting, both heat tenting and fumigant tenting.
The humble termite—small in size but a giant when it comes to the destruction it can cause in your home 🏠—suffers a legal nemesis: termite bond letters. These unassuming pieces of paper can become your knight in shining armor (or, more accurately, your exterminator in a hazmat suit). So, what is a termite bond letter? … Read more
You may already know that termite bonds act like warranties between you and a termite control company, but you may be wondering what they cover. Since most homeowner’s insurance doesn’t cover termite damage (or other wood-destroying organisms, for that matter), termite bonds are an important aspect of protecting you’re home, but the devil’s in the … Read more
The average termite bond cost in the United States is $500–$2500, whereas the average cost of termite treatment plus repairs is around $9000. This means termite bonds tend to be cheaper than the average termite treatment and repair. Like health, preventative measures for our homes tend to be cheaper and more effective in the long … Read more
To determine the best termite treatment for you home or business, you first need an accurate understanding of the type of infestation you’re dealing with. When you consider that termites cost businesses and homeowners billions of dollars in damages every year it is no surprise that of all the pests that can harm a home, termites … Read more
Many people are uncomfortable using chemical insecticides in or around their homes in order to control termites and in an attempt to avoid using them they want to learn about natural or termite control methods. There are certain methods of termite control that are more safe and natural than others. But often times there is … Read more
An active colony of termites will forage non-stop. This means that damages will occur quickly and continue to mount until you take strategic action. If you have drywood termites in your home, however, you’re in luck. Treating an infestation of these insects is often much easier and far less costly than eliminating colonies of subterranean … Read more
Drywood termites can destroy a home over a course of a few years. As they have existed for millions of years they typically attack wood and trees and can last a lifetime within dry areas. To know for sure you have them you may want to look outside your home for termite wings, fecal pellets … Read more
Though the efficacy and price of termite heat treatment are close to the efficacy and price of termite tenting, these termite treatments have some significant differences. We will explain more details about thermal termite tenting costs and some of the pros and cons of heat tenting and fumigation tenting so you can make an informed … Read more
I’ve had several readers write to me asking if termite fumigation exterminates ants too. Some of these folks had a home with a carpenter ant infestation and a termite infestation. So, they were hoping to kill two bugs with one stone. While termite fumigation sometimes kills ants and is highly effective at eradicating drywood termites, … Read more
Tenting a house for drywood termites involves some preparation work on the part of the homeowner. If you do not prep your home adequately for pest control fumigation, you can put yourself, your family, or your pets at a health risk. Most professional pest control companies will help educate you on this process, but it … Read more
Electronic termite control can be effective for certain infestations, mostly spot infestations (when termites are confined to a small area). The most common form of electric termite treatment is via an Electro Gun and electric termite monitors. Many termite pros are also using thermal cameras now to see through walls where termite colonies are most … Read more
Here is a list of some of the best nationwide companies for termite treatment: Of course, be sure to check out your local termite control experts as well. They often offer the same or better expertise at less cost and a more personalized service overall. A great place to check reviews of local pest control … Read more
You can lower the cost of tenting for termites (and the fumigation cost for most insects) with a few simple steps. These are: If you want to get several free price quotes for termite fumigation now, just answer a few questions below: Termite infestations can keep nearly any homeowner up at night. Despite being such … Read more
